Day 01 Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi, the capital city of India. After
completing formalities with customs and immigration, you
will be received by our representative with Traditional
Indian Welcome (with garlands).
Delhi is the capital of India since old times. Delhi's
history dates back to the first millenium BC, when it
was known as Indraprastha. The Tomar Rajputs built Lal
Kot, the core of the first of Delhi's seven cities. It
is the epicenter of the nation's politics, economy and
culture. History is alive and throbbing in Delhi, the
capital of India.
Afterwards transfer to your hotel for the overnight
stay.
Day 02 In Delhi.
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing trip of
Delhi City which would include the visit to Old Delhi
and New Delhi
Old Delhi : An ancient walled city. Here you would see
the Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the
Mughal Empire, Rajghat the Samadhi of our Father of
Nation, Jama Masjid the largest mosque in India and
Chandni Chowk the bustling and colourful market of the
old city.
New Delhi : The city designed and built by the British
in the 1920s- a city of wide boulevards impressive
Government Buildings, green parks and gardens. First you
will visit the two monuments from the Delhis past
Humayuns Tomb and Qutab Minar. Then your drive takes
you along the ceremonial avenue, Rajpath, past the
Imposing India Gate and Parliament House.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the
Hotel for Overnight.
Day 03 Delhi Agra By Road
( Approx 210 Kms/04 Hours )
After breakfast you will proceed to Agra.
Agra is the one of the prominent destinations of the
World Tourism map with three heritage
 monuments - The Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri. It is more just a
dacadent city of graveyards and stones, but it is a
vibrant centre of Culture, Art and Religious philosphies
that have enriched mankind and shaped humen thought over
centuries.
On arrival check in to the hotel.
Pm: Embark upon your sightseeing tour of the Agra city
including Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
Taj Mahal : The 17th Century master piece named Taj
Mahal ,which of course is the most splendid of all the
buildings perhaps the most perfect architectural
monument of the world. It was built in the memory of the
beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal by one of greatest king of
Mughal Empire Shah Jehan.
Agra Fort: Built primarily as a military establishment
by Emperor Akbar in 1565,the redstone Agra Fort, was
partially converted in to a palace during the tenure of
Emperor Shah Jehan. Though the principal structure was
built by Akbar, many more additions were made by his
grandsons. This massive fort is 2.5 Kms long and is
considered the predecessor of the Red Fort of New Delhi.
After the sightseeing transfer to Agra Railway Station
to board the train for Varanasi
Overnight on Board the Train in Ac Sleeper Class
Day 04 In Varanasi
On your arrival Varanasi received at the Railway Station
and transferred to the Hotel.
Check in to the Hotel and refresh your self.
Pm: Sarnath : Which symbolizes the birth of Buddhism. It
was here that Lord Buddha revealed his doctrine and
founded his monastic community. The Museum at Sarnath is
amongst the most important in India and contains
carvings representing a whole range of styles - Archaic,
the covering work of sculptors from 3rd century B.C. to
the 12th century A.D. After visit, transf er to the hotel
and check-in.
Evening witness the Aarti ceremony on the ghats of river
Ganges.
Overnight at hotel
Day 05 Varanasi Bodhgaya
By Road ( Approx 260 Kms 06 Hours Drive )
Early morning (0500hrs) visit the banks of river Ganges
where you board a boat to see the morning ablutions of
the Hindus from the security of the boat.
Boat ride will also give you a spectacular view of Sun
rise on River Ganges. Later visit Durga temple - Built
in the 8th century, is one of the most important temples
in Varanasi. This temple is built in Nagara Style. The
shikhara of the temple is formed by many small spires
which are built one on top of the other. Also, visit the
Monkey temple on account of the large number of monkeys
residing there. Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Afternoon drive to Bodhgaya . On arrival check in hotel
and then leave for sightseeing of Mahabodhi and
Jagannnath temple.
Stay overnight at hotel in Bodhgaya
Day 06 Bodhgaya Patna By
Road ( 260 Kms 06 Hours Drive )
After breakfast embark on the sightseeing and visit
Museum and afterwards then proceed to Patna.
Patna : Initially known as Patliputra, sprawled along
the southern banks of Ganga, It is the capital of Bihar.
The beehive shaped Golghar, a granary built to store
surpluses against possible famines, is the main landmark
of the city.
On reaching Patna you will check in hotel.
Afterwards embark on the sightseeing of Patna.
Patna Museum has a 200 million year old, 16-meter long
fossilized tree; a World War I cannon and archaeological
finds from the ruins of the ancient city of Nalanda. It
also has, what is considered to be, the best collection
of 'Tangkhas (Buddhist religious paintings) outside
Tibet. It is open from 10 am to 4.30 pm and is closed on
Monday.
Khuda Baksh Oriental Library has some rare Persian and
Arabic manuscripts and Rajput and Mughal paintings. This
library also contains some books that survived the
Moorish plunder of the University of Cordoba in Spain.
Return back to the hotel after the sightseeing.
Overnight at hotel in Patna
Day 07 Patna Kushinagar
By Road ( Approx 255 Kms 05 Hours )
After breakfast you will proceed to Kushinagar.
Kushinagar is one of the most frequented Buddhist
pilgrimage destinations in the Indian Sub-continent. The
city has lots to offer when it comes to Stupas and
Temples. Almost each and every corner of the city has
some or other famous tourist attraction. While most of
these sites are old, there is a sizable number modern
architecture too.
On arrival in Kushinagar you check in to the Hotel.
Afterwards you embark upon the sightseeing of the city
Ramabhar Stupa
Ramabhar Stupa can be counted as one of the most sacred
shrine of Buddhism in the world. Situated just a
kilometer off from the city center, Rambhar Stupa is a
must visit for every tourist flocking India. Ramvara
Stupa is said to mark the site where Lord Buddha was
cremated and got Mahaparinirvana. Kushinagar is a place
that has been frequented by Lord Buddha. There are
sources, which confirm that Lord Buddha had many
discourses at this place.
Nirvana Temple
Nirvana Temple is one of the most frequented amongst
Buddhism shrines in the world. Nirvana Temple is a must
visit destination during tour to India. The place evokes
emotion for every Buddhist because it is the same temple
near which, Buddha died. Nirvana Temple houses a statue
of reclining Lord Buddha that is 6 meters long. It is
believed that this statue repres ents the very last
moments of Lord Buddha i.e. moments before he attained Mahaparinirvana.
Mathakaut Temple
Mathakaut Temple is one of the most famous and most
visited shrines in Kushinagar. The Mathakaut shrine is
situated at the distance of 300 meters from
Maha-Parinirvana Stupa, another famous Buddhist shrine
in Kushinagar. The place is famous for because this is
the site from where a black stone image of the Buddha in
the 'Bhumi Sparsha Mudra' was recovered during early
excavations. 'Bhumi Sparsha Mudra' in Hindi means 'Kneel
Down Posture'. It is widely perceived that the last
sermon of Lord Buddha was given here.
Watt Thai Temple
Watt Thai Temple is one of the most beautiful and most
visited temples in Kushinagar. Watt Thai Temple is only
one of its kinds not only in Kushinagar but also in
whole of Indian Sub-continent. The temple is centrally
located in Kushinagar and that is why it can be seen
from anywhere and everywhere in Kushinagar. The Temple
has been laid out on a lush green lawn that is spread in
several acres of land.
Japanese Temple
Japanese Temple is one of the most beautiful temples in
Kushinagar. This is a must visit site during your tour
to Kushinagar. A magnificent 'Ashta Dhatu' or 'Eight
Metals' statue of Lord Buddha marks this temple. This
statue has been brought from Japan in dismantled form
and was later joined before it was established in this
temple.
Chinese Temple
Chinese Temple is another fairly frequented tourist
destination in Kushinagar. The temple is famous for its
distinct architecture that puts it away from the
numerous Buddhist Temples in Kushinagar. The
architecture of this temple is predominantly 'Han
Chinese' and has design elements that have been borrowed
from various provinces of Mainland China.
Stay overnight at hotel in Kushinagar.
Day 08 Kushinagar
Balrampur By Road ( 240 Kms 05Hours Drive )
After breakfast you will proceed to Balrampur;
Upon arrival check in to the hotel.
Afterwards embark upon your sightseeing of Sravasti and
Sahet and Mahet.
Stay overnight at hotel in Balrampur
Day 09 Balrampur Lumbini
By Road ( 200 Kms 04 Hours Drive )
After breakfast proceed to Lumbini.
Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha, was located in
1890 after being untraced for 1,500 years. At the
excavation site in the Maya Temple, are the ruins of a
monastery and a pool. There are ruins of a stupa at
Sravasti as well.
On arrival Lumbini check in hotel and then relax.
Stay overnight at hotel in Lumbini
Day 10 Luubini Pokhara By
Road ( 290 Kms 06 Hours Drive )
After breakfast you will proceed to Pokhara.
If Kathmandu is the cultural hub of Nepal, Pokhara is
its center of adventure. An enchanting city nestled in a
tranquil valley, it is the starting point for many of
Nepal's most popular trekking and rafting destinations.
The atmosphere on the shore of Phewa Lake is one of
excited vitality as hipster backpackers crowd the many
bars and restaurants exchanging recommendations on guest
houses and viewpoints, both by the lake and above the
clouds.
On arrival Pokhara you will check in hotel and then
leave for sightseeing of Pokhara
Mountain Views:
Clearly the most stunning of Pokhara's sights is the
spectacular panorama of the Annapurna range which forms
its backdrop. Stretching from east to west, the
Annapurna massif includes Annapurna I to IV and
Annapurna South. Although the highest among them is
Annapurna I (8,091 m), it is Machhapuchhre which
dominates all others in this neighborhood. Boastfully
levitating in the skyline, the fish-tailed pinnacle is
the archetypal snow-capped, needle-pointed mountain. If
you want to see the mountains from close up, Everest Air
offers a mountain flight from Pokhara that takes you on
an aerial sightseeing tour of the western Himalaya.
Phewa Lake:
Phewa Lake, the second largest lake in the Kingdom, is
the center of all attraction in Pokhara. It is the
largest and most enchanting of the three lakes that add
to the resplendence of Pokhara. Here, one can sail or
row a hired boat across to the water or visit the island
temple in its middle. The eastern shore, popularly known
as lakeside or Baidam, is the favorite home base for
travellers and is where most of the hotels, restaurants
and handicraft shops are located.
Barahi Temple:
The Barahi temple is the most important monument in
Pokhara, Built almost in the center of Phewa Lake, this
two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the boar
manifestation of Ajima, the protectress deity
representing the female force Shakti. Devotees can be
seen, especially on Saturdays, carrying male animals and
fowl across the lake to be sacrificed to the deity.
Return back to the hotel after the sightseeing. Stay
overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Day 11 In Pokhara
Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast embark upon your
city trip which would include your visit to
Seti Gandaki:
Another of Pokhara's natural wonders that unfailingly
interests visitors is the Seti Gan- daki river. Flowing
right through the city, the boisterous river runs
completely underground at places. Amazingly, at certain
points the river appears hardly two meters wide. But its
depth is quite beyond imagination - over 20 meters!
Mahendra Pul, a small bridge near the old Mission
Hospital, provides a perfect view of the rivers's
dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by its powerful
flow.
 Devi's Fall:
Locally known as the Patale Chhango (Hell's Fall).
Devi's Fall (also known as Devin's and David's) is a
lovely waterfall lying about two km south-west of the
Pokhara airport on the Siddhartha Highway. Legend has it
that a trekker (Devin, David..) was washed away by the
Pardi Khola and mysteriously dis appeared down into an
underground passage beneath the fall.
The Old Bazaar:
Pokhara's traditional bazaar is colorful and so are its
ethnically diverse traders. Located about four km from
Lakeside, the market's original charm is alive and well.
This area strewn with shops selling commodities from
edibles and cloth to cosmetics and gold is a pleasant
and shady spot to stroll around.
The old bazaar is also home to one of Pokhara' s most
important shrines. Locally called the Bindhyabasini
Mandir, this white dome-like structure dominates a
spacious stone-paved courtyard built atop a shady
hillock. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, yet
another manifestation of Shakti. The park-like grounds
offer a fine picnic area, and on Saturdays and Tuesdays
when devotees flock there to offer sacrifices, it takes
on a festive local flavor.
Return to the hotel after the sightseeing.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 Pokhara Kathmandu
By Road ( 200 Kms 05 Hours Drive )
Breakfast at Hotel. After breakfast proceed to Kathmandu.
Kathmandu, the capital of the kingdom of Nepal, is
situated amidst a picturesque valley. The valley is
poignant and is flanked by green mountain walls, above
which are majestic snow-capped mountain peaks. The
towering peaks of mighty Himalaya are visible from
several points on the mountains around the Kathmandu
valley. The city is surrounded by several beautiful and
interesting villages, which offer plenty of
opportunities for trekking and picnics. The Kathmandu
valley consists of three main towns namely, Kathmandu,
Patan and Bhaktapur. World's only Hindu kingdom,
Kathmandu is renowned for housing several shrines
dedicated to Vishnu (The Preserver), Shiva (The
Destroyer) and Goddess Durga (the goddess of Power).
Apart from shrines, the city is home to a number of
famous sites, ancient temples, golden pagodas and
inspiring deities. Known for its historic, artistic and
cultural significance, the city always offers something
of interest for tourists. While exploring the city one
can find a small temple or a S adhu in bright saffron
robes meditating or a Tibetan monk spinning his prayer
wheel.
On arrival check in hotel and then have refreshment.
Later leave for sightseeing of
Durbar Square For most of the people, Kathmandu means
the Durbar Square, around which the life of city buzzes.
Located between the river and Kantipath road, the city's
busiest road, Durbar Square houses the old Royal Palace.
Return back to the hotel after the sightseeing.
Overnight will be in Kathmandu.
Day 13 In Kathmandu
After breakfast you will leave for full day visit of
Kathmandu including
Pashupatinath : One of the most sacred Hindu shrines in
the world, Pashupatinath lies 5 km east from the city
center. The richly-ornamented pagoda houses the sacred
linga, or phallic symbol, of Lord Shiva as well as the
noteworthy gold plated roofs and silver coated doors.
This is the abode of God Shiva and is the holiest of all
the Shiva shrines.
Swayambhunath : Watches over the Valley from the top of
a hillock on its western side just three kilometers west
of the city center. The stupa is one of the holiest
Buddhist sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked
to the creation of the Kathmandu Valley out of a
primordial lake. Swayambhu is also known as Samhengu and
is listed as a World Heritage Site. It is also one of
the oldest and glorious Buddhist shrines in the world
which is said to be two thousand years. The four sides
of the stupa is painted with the eyes of Lord Buddha and
the temple is also known as the watchful eyes of Buddha.
Boudhanath : lies about 6 km east of downtown Kathmandu
and is the largest stupa in the Valley and one of the
largest in the world. It looms 36 meters high and
presents one of the most fascinating specimens of stupa
design with hundreds of prayer wheels and 108 small
images of Buddha all around. Just like the Swayambhunath,
the stupa here is too has four sides with the watchful
eyes of Lord Buddha. All the Buddhist throng to this
stupa to take part in the sacred rituals during the
Buddhist festivals.
Return back to hotel after the sightseeing.
Stay overnight at hotel.
Day 14 Kathmandu Delhi (
Flight )
Breakfast at Hotel. Free till departure. Departure
transfer to airport to connect the flight for Delhi.
On arrival Delhi you will check in hotel and then relax
till your departure transfer. Later at night you will be
given assistance in transfer on board your flight to
onward destination. |
